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Digital Media & Content Specialist

Optical Knowledge Systems, Inc. · Torrance, CA, USA ·

Pay:
$50,000-$70,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

Position Overview
OKSI is seeking a creative marketer and content creator to join their team supporting mission‑critical technologies for defense and government customers. You'll create compelling multimedia narratives around products, technology, culture, and partnerships while managing marketing and business development operations. This role requires hands‑on photography, videography, and storytelling skills—plus the operational chops to manage tradeshow logistics and inventory.

What You Will Do
Content Strategy & Creative Direction

Develop content strategy, brand voice, and editorial direction across all channels

Create video and photography content; make creative decisions on messaging, angle, and narrative

Establish visual brand standards and oversee presentation quality

Lead PR strategy and manage vendor/publication relationships for earned media

Digital Marketing Strategy

Manage company website content and SEO strategy; oversee CRM marketing tools

Manage all social media (LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, X), including analytics and editorial calendar

Conduct market research to identify trends and competitive analysis

Culture & Events

Lead quarterly event strategy and culture initiatives; plan and execute events

Support HR onboarding with marketing materials and company overview

Manage marketing/BD asset strategy and inventory (prototypes, displays, swag, gear, media equipment)

Manage event setup, breakdown, and logistics

Manage SWAG and promotional material strategy and design

Requirements

Camera operations (photo and video capture)

Graphic design (Canva, Adobe Photoshop)

Video/photo editing (DaVinci, Premier Pro, After Effects, or equivalent)

Website development (WordPress) and content management

AI-generated content production and AI tools proficiency

2–3+ years of content generation experience

Self‑motivated, organized, excellent problem‑solving and time management

Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, communications, or related field OR military experience and/or strong creative portfolio in lieu of degree

Preferred Qualifications

Comfortable around and experienced with firearms and military equipment (you'll be capturing content at live‑fire demos and field testing)

FAA drone license (obtained or obtainable)

Experience in tech, aerospace, defense, or military service

Portfolio of creative work demonstrating technical and visual quality

Logistics & Travel

2x per week on‑site in Torrance, CA minimum; may travel up to 25% to tradeshows, demos, and business events

Must have reliable vehicle; ability to commute around SoCal for events

Frequently lift/carry up to 50 lbs (marketing materials, equipment)

May work evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs dictate

Additional Details
All applicants must submit a portfolio of creative work for consideration.

Compensation and Benefits

$50,000 - $70,000 annually

Medical, dental, vision fully paid

3 weeks vacation

5% automatic 401(k) contribution

Professional development and relocation assistance

We are an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in the application and hiring process. The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a "U.S. person" as defined by 22 C.F.R.

This employer participates in E‑Verify.

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